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2,320 babysitters are listed in Chicago, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years

Babysitters in Chicago, IL

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Maria A.


Chicago, IL

$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Maria, I was working for The Salvation Army, who is a Christian organization for 23 years, I've been working with children from infants through 18 years of age . I am calm, loving, and caring. I am a Christian woman who loves working with kids, I like art, craft, like to play games, and have fun. CPR/first Aid...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She’s caring, loving and sweet. "

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Valentina G.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter Or Nanny Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My last child care experience was with a family of three in Lake Forest, IL (newborn now 10 months, 4 year and 6-year-old girls), all three of them were incredibly sweet and I really enjoyed spending time with them, It was a full time position. I also help a family of three (4, 5 and 7-year-old boys) on Sundays all day long. In...
5.0
"Valentina helped us out on short notice, which was greatly appreciated! Hope she can sit for us again! "

Jane D.

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Luciene F.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr • 11 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I am an extremely optimistic person who is very hard-working and loyal. I am 60 years old and moved here to Chicago from Brazil five years ago. My life experiences set me apart from others; I have adapted to many different situations, and I am very flexible in my thinking. I love to learn new things every day and share this...
Luciene can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Luciene was amazing!!! So fast and efficient and did a wonderful job. We will definitely be hiring her again. :)"

Bryanna Z.

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Jeanie D.


Chicago, IL

$30-37/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable, Caring And Energetic Babysitter

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jeanie, and I have been babysitting for over 10 years. I work with children ranging from newborn all the way to teenagers, and would love to believe that I am positive, energetic and caring babysitter. The kids love it when I keep them entertained and they love to learn too. While caring for them, I also make...
Jeanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jeanie has been helping my 4th grader with her math and I’ve noticed she’s been doing much better and seems to be improving quickly grade-wise! Jeanie is easy to work with schedule-speaking, and will do her best to accommodate in person and online if needed. We...

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Parand B.


Chicago, IL

$33-45/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fully Vaccinated & Friendly Babysitter

Hired by 36 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Parand and I'm 25 years old. I've watched children of all ages & backgrounds in my 7 years of babysitting as well as nannying & I consider myself to be very confident in the skills that I've acquired. I was formerly a part-time volunteer at my church's nursery (new-born babies up to 3-year-olds) & main street...
Parand can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Parand is amazing! She truly connected with our 2 year old and they had a blast. She's a great find for our family."

Jeremy N.

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Ariana G.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Available For Any Day Of The Week.

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ariana, and I am looking for a full-time nanny position to start as soon as possible in January. I live in Chicago, and I have experience working with children of all ages. I love outdoor activities, arts and crafts, and creating fun and engaging experiences for children. I am very patient, loving, and kind,...
Ariana can also help with: Travel, meal prep
5.0
"Ariana has cared for my 20 month old son since he was 6 months old. She is truly remarkable and is now an integral part of our family. She cared for my son Monday through Friday 45 hours per week. She supported him as he learned to eat, walk, speak English and...

Erin A.

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Sha'ron D.


Chicago, IL

$25-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Young, Active, Experienced Babysitter And Nanny!

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated childcare professional with over 10 years of experience as a nanny, babysitter, and childcare consultant. I began my career at 13, working as an after-school program and summer camp counselor, tutor, daycare teacher, and cheer and dance coach. For the past eight years, I've been consistently nannying, providing...
Sha'ron can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Sha'ron was exactly what my husband and I needed. She is wonderful with our 2 year old son E. and allows us to work with a peace of mind because E totally adores her. She reads and plays with him, and also is great with teaching him creatively. She is wonderful...

Isabel R.

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Debora R.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Baby-Sitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents! I'm available to be your nanny! I'm from Brazil, I'm 34 years old and I have CPR / AED certification. Currently I am living in Logan Square. I have easy access to surrounding suburbs, also I have my own car. In my past experiences, I have prepared children to go to school, prepared and served meals, picked them...
Debora can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"love Debbie so much she has taken care of our 17 month old daughter since the beginning of the year and does it all. so sweet and loving. anyone would be lucky to have her."

Sylvie B.

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Leeanna P.


Chicago, IL

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Warm And Fun Babysitter/Nanny Here To Help YOU!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Leeanna, and I have been a nanny for 10 years in Chicago. I have extensive experience with infants and toddler age children, but have worked with children as old as 8. My most recent experience is in share settings with two children of the same age, so I am definitely comfortable with multiples! I like interactive...
Leeanna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Leeanna was an absolutely wonderful addition to our family. I especially loved her imaginative play skills with my three-year-old. We unfortunately had to part ways with her due to a family move but otherwise would still be working with her. I trusted my children...

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Barine D.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter Available!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Barine but I go by my nickname Bree! I am 22, a graduate nursing student at the University of Iowa. My friends and family describe me as upbeat, caring, and patient. I was a part time babysitter a few years back and babysat for a few families these past semesters! I have my own form of transportation, I do not...
Barine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our little guy loved his day with Bree! "

Stella H.

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Anna S.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Baby-sitter And ABA Therapist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 27-year-old doctoral student (clinical psychology for children/adolescents). I have several years of both clinical and non-clinical experience with children. I have nannied (full-time and part-time) for >10 years. I worked as an ABA therapist at a therapeutic school with children aged 5-14 for a year prior to grad school....
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anna is the perfect sitter. She's smart, dependable, punctual and assertive. She cares for the child, as if it was her own. We also like Anna especially because she interacts with our toddlers. They love her."

Lynn S.

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Natalie K.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for 8 years. I can provide references for my experience. I have babysat for a family continually with their baby at age 4 months until the child was a 3-year-old toddler.
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Natalie is the best nanny we've ever had. She truly enjoyed spending time with our infant twins and handled the multitasking with ease. Natalie was punctual, respectful, and flexible, and we'd hire her again in a second. Only reason we aren't needing her help is...

Joel H.

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Natalie A.


Chicago, IL

$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a dedicated professional nanny with 6 years of experience in caring for children of all ages. Currently, I'm working with a wonderful family, but I'm available for extra hours on Fridays. I am known for my patience, creativity, and ability to connect with children on a personal level. I strive to create a fun and...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Natalie came to work as a nanny with our family of 3 boys ages 6, 3, and 10 months during the COVID19 pandemic. She worked as a tutor for my kindergartener while also caring for the two younger boys. She is timely, responsible, and professional. One of my favorite...

Leora M.

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Sarah G.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter

Hello! I am an experienced and reliable babysitter and nanny with 7+ years of experience. I am originally from Omaha, NE, but I study in Chicago! I have cared for children of all ages (0-15 years old) and am capable of handling multiple children, as I have experience nannying four children. I look forward to watching your little...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Mary T.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all! I am 24 and certified in childcare and First Aid. I have nannied for many families and have multiple references. I have taken multiple courses on childcare during high school as well. I currently work as a hairstylist and am looking for something part-time. This could include, date nights, weekend, morning drop off,...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kaitlin B.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "

Ling L.

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Paige S.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available At Your Need!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Paige I have been babysitting for 15+ years. I have experience with children of all ages ranging from toddlers to teenagers. I can/enjoy cooking and doing light housekeeping while on the job. I am very outgoing, organized and always on time and on call! A little about me... - I'm a curve model - I moved here...
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Paige is the best! She has fabulous energy and is a total natural with kids. She watched my 1 year old daughter while I went to dinner. She was punctual, receptive to our routine, and super neat. I would highly recommend and I will definitely be using her again!"

Maren S.

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Patricia R.


Chicago, IL

$20-24/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter And Tutor Available On Weeknights And Weekends.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Patricia, currently I am medical graduated. I am available to take care children between the ages of 1 month to 7 y/o. I take care of them at their home, play sports, board games, we go outdoors and assistance with homework . Also, I do light housework like mopping, dishes and prep meals. I am caring, responsible...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Patricia was great anticipated all my little one's need and didn't have to ask twice ! Thank you Patricia !"

Elizabeth K.

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Anna L.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Anna! I am a graduate student living in Chicago, and seeking a part-time nanny position for the summer while I attend classes. I have worked with children as young as 5 months up to age 15. When nannying/babysitting, I love baking, doing arts and crafts, exploring, playing outside and reading. I use my creative...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anna is exceptional with kids - she is fun, energetic, and truly enjoys being around children. Anna is great at getting kids to be creative and I loved that she would take them outside to play to get away from the screens. We are juggling busy schedules in my...

Margaret S.

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Ally S.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

My name is Ally and I am 30 years old. I have been babysitting for about 10 + years now and get along with kids very well. I have three nephews and have worked with multiple families off care. com. I am currently working part time in hospitality and looking to get a second job. Looking to help out 2-3 days a week! Looking...
Ally can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ally is a smart, beautiful, and intelligent young lady. She is great with kids and is fun to be with. I believe she is competent and experienced enough to fit into any home situations. She is beyond capable of following a routine if needed and willing to help...

Lexi G.

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL

Maria A.

5.0

Maria has been with our family for 2.5 years and taken care of my now 2.5 year old son and 7 year old daughter. She is caring, honest, punctual and reliable. She has helped us tremendously and our kids love her.

- Care member

Valentina G.

5.0

Valentina helped us out on short notice, which was greatly appreciated! Hope she can sit for us again!

- Jane D.

Luciene F.

5.0

Luci has been helping us with house cleaning for a few weeks now and we can't recommend her strongly enough! She is super thorough and efficient and so lovely to have around. We're so happy we found her!

- Care member

Jeanie D.

5.0

Jeanie is a patient and thoughtful caregiver. She's cared for my 2 year old and 4 month children. She's interactive with play, pays attention, is good at diverting when a child starts a tantrum, and encourages curiosity.

- Bridget R.

Parand B.

5.0

Parand was so wonderful! Absolutely would hire her a thousand times over. She came to our hotel to babysit my son over the weekend for my sister's wedding. She was so bubbly and sweet from the start and my son adored her. She did everything I asked and was courteous and kind. Very responsible as...

- Monica M.

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Babysitters in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1,147 reviews of the 2,320 listed babysitters.